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Katie from Coco Målé Home Decor Shop

Katie from Coco Målé Home Decor Shop

Katie, tell us a little bit about yourself.
Greek living in London, investment banker turned interior designer, owner of furniture & home accessories boutique Coco Målé ((pronouned koko maaleh) originates from the word "Mahaalay" in Sanskrit, aptly meaning a palace), mommy to a gorgeous little Yorkie and on the right side of 30 (although barely!).
Raised [...]

February 1 2010 | Posted in Spotlight on Design | Read More »

Inspiration by Design {Style & Design: Best of the Web Jan. 15, 2010}

Inspiration by Design {Style & Design: Best of the Web Jan. 15, 2010}

Austin Cake Ball – Absolutely GORGEOUS confections. One look and you can kiss your 2010 diet resolution good-bye. Follow Austin Cake Ball on twitter for updates and specials.

ABCD Design blog written by Amy Beth Cupp Dragoo the fabulously talented artist, designer and stylist behind the bespoke stationary firm ABCD Designs Bespoke. Follow ABCD on twitter.

Remodeling [...]

January 15 2010 | Posted in Style & Design - Best of the Web | Read More »

Holiday Decoration Inspiration & Entertaining {Style & Design: Best of the Web Dec. 18, 2009}

Holiday Decoration Inspiration & Entertaining {Style & Design: Best of the Web Dec. 18, 2009}

Nest by Tamara Matthews-Stephenson

Hostess with the Mostess by Jennifer Sbranti

Food and Fun blog by Jeanne Benedict

Beautiful Christmas cupcakes and Mini-Christmas Cakes from Cakes by Robin.
 

Holiday table setting article from interior designer Catherine J. Avery.
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December 18 2009 | Posted in Holiday Decor, Style & Design - Best of the Web | Read More »

Hostess & Kitchen Couture: Looking Glam this Holiday Season

Hostess & Kitchen Couture: Looking Glam this Holiday Season

True decorating divas would never be caught wearing bland, unattractive or heaven forbid, less than stylish kitchen or hostess wear. So imagine our delight when we learned about the elegant, glamorous and stylish aprons designed by Elizabeth Scokin of Haute Hostess Aprons. Finally a kindred couture spirit who’s shaking up the predictable, if not downright [...]

November 18 2009 | Posted in Entertaining at Home, Holiday Decor | Read More »

Christmas Holiday Decorating Articles at a Glance

Christmas Holiday Decorating Articles at a Glance

Holiday Decorating – Easy Holiday Wall Decor with Art-A-Peel
A Twist on Christmas Traditions
Tree Trimming and Holiday Decorating Fun for the Whole Family
Holiday Decorating and Entertaining – Appeal to the Senses
Holiday Decorating Inside and Outside
Holiday Decorating Novelty Fun Ornaments: Hippie Chicks, Martini Mermaids and Pink Diva Reindeer!
Holiday Decorating on a Budget: 5 Ideas to Get You [...]

November 16 2009 | Posted in Holiday Decor | Read More »

Throwing the Perfect Holiday Party

Throwing the Perfect Holiday Party

A successful holiday party always starts with the creation of a schedule that outlines deadlines for decorating your home, creating your menu, and shopping for party favors. Planning ahead is the key to eliminating last minute chaos.
Holiday Decor : Your guest first impression will also be the most lasting so remember to wow them as [...]

November 15 2009 | Posted in Holiday Decor | Read More »

7 Ideas for a Memorable Thanksgiving Dinner Party

7 Ideas for a Memorable Thanksgiving Dinner Party

Holiday decorating and event preparation can be relatively stress-free with a little planning. It’s our pleasure to introduce The Decorating Diva.com Holiday Decorating and Event Planning series a three week series that will guide you through decorating and planning for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. First in the series…”7 Ideas for a Memorable Thanksgiving [...]

November 15 2009 | Posted in Holiday Decor | Read More »

3 Easy Tips for Creating a Thanksgiving Tablescape

3 Easy Tips for Creating a Thanksgiving Tablescape

My sister created a stunning, classical tablescape for Thanksgiving a few years ago. The beauty of her design lay in the fact that it was simple to create yet elegant. That should be the holiday design you aspire to this year as you lay down your ideas for that perfect Thanksgiving dinner party. Keep it [...]

October 22 2009 | Posted in Holiday Decor | Read More »

Riedel Crystal’s Pink CrescendO Glasses – Breast Cancer Awareness

Riedel Crystal’s Pink CrescendO Glasses – Breast Cancer Awareness

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month and there are many wonderful companies working to raise funds for the cure.  One such company is Riedel Crystal.   Riedel Crystal’s new Pink CrescendO, a set of 4 limited edition pink glasses ($70), was specifically created to benefit the organization Living Beyond Breast Cancer.
Riedel Crystal will donate 15% [...]

October 1 2009 | Posted in Decorating + Design, Entertaining at Home | Read More »

3 Top Books to Help You Create Stunning Tabletops and Tablescapes

3 Top Books to Help You Create Stunning Tabletops and Tablescapes

Make your next party your best ever with tips, how-to instructions and inspiration from the following three books:

Tablescapes by Kimberly Schlegel Whitman – learn how socialite and event planner Kimberly Schlegal Whitman plans and designs creative tables for her amazing parties. She shares her secrets for creating decorating themes for a variety of events [...]

December 3 2008 | Posted in Decorating + Design | Read More »